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title: "PS25159 - Drafting guidance and CAF Overlay documents for implementing the CAF Enhanced Profile for the Oil and Upstream Gas (OUG) subsectors, under the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations 2018"
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# PS25159 - Drafting guidance and CAF Overlay documents for implementing the CAF Enhanced Profile for the Oil and Upstream Gas (OUG) subsectors, under the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations 2018

Buyer: DESNZ  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-357e3b47-c84b-4083-9255-665ac5626134

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## Summary

The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ) has awarded a contract entitled "PS25159 - Drafting guidance and CAF Overlay documents for implementing the CAF Enhanced Profile for the Oil and Upstream Gas (OUG) subsectors, under the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations 2018". This procurement falls under the 'Research services' category and was conducted using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, specifically the CCS DPS Cyber Security Services 3 Framework. The contracting process was completed on 21st October 2025. The buyer, based in Swindon, England, facilitated the procurement for services to be delivered worldwide, including British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The awarded contract was activated on 25th September 2025 and will continue until 28th November 2025.

This tender represents a strategic business growth opportunity for firms specialising in drafting guidance for regulatory compliance in the oil and gas industry. It is particularly beneficial for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in cybersecurity services, as evidenced by the successful bid from Bridewell Consulting LTD, a UK-based SME. Companies that are capable of providing sophisticated research services aligned with energy sector requirements can explore similar selective procurement frameworks to expand their market reach. Those that demonstrate proficiency in implementing regulatory systems stand to benefit by aligning with the government's focus on enhancing information systems security in critical sectors.

## Notice

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** Department For Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ) had a requirement for Drafting guidance and CAF Overlay documents for implementing the CAF Enhanced Profile for the Oil and Upstream Gas (OUG) subsectors, under the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations 2018. Procured under the CCS DPS Cyber Security Services 3 Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af02cbb-287b-4e57-be58-10f2fdb69c75 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 24 Sep 2025 - 28 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £53,410 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £53,410 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DESNZ |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRIDEWELL CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2025 at 09:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af02cbb-287b-4e57-be58-10f2fdb69c75

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af02cbb-287b-4e57-be58-10f2fdb69c75
  21st October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bbde6520-788b-4d0c-906b-0212391be822
  n/a

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